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The Christmas Eve Service: Reasons to Attend
Many churches tend to slow down during Christmas time. One event, though, consistently appears on the church calendar for December: the Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Service. It’s a traditional service where people gather to celebrate the birth of Christ. This service is beautiful and filled with rich meaning and Christmas cheer. If we’re honest,…
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My Favorite Reads of 2024
In this blog post, I will share my ten favorite reads from 2024, listed in no particular order. Since this was my first year serving as a senior pastor of a church, many of the books I mention are related to pastoral ministry—yes, I’ve been learning on the fly! Additionally, because I’ve been getting accustomed…
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Article Roundup: Helpful Reads
Is Living Together Before Marriage Really a Sin? by Daniel Darling The short answer is yes. But, for a detailed biblical explanation that includes practical reasons for not living together, read this article by Daniel Darling. “Our bodies aren’t autonomous. We belong to our Creator. We’re not our own. What’s more, we’re indwelled by God’s…
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Article Roundup: Helpful Reads
I am the pastor of First Baptist Church Jackon in Jackson, Alabama. Once a week, I share a post titled “Article Roundup: Helpful Reads,” where I compile articles that I believe are beneficial for the saints who make up FBC Jackson. I am confident that these articles can also be helpful for followers of Christ…
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Article Roundup: Helpful Reads
James Isn’t as Strange as You Think by Brandon Crowe Do you need help understanding the New Testament letter of James? Brandon Crowe will help you by using Scripture to interpret Scripture—an essential practice in understanding the Word of God. “Don’t stop with these four faces. Look for others as you read through James. See…
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Article Roundup: Helpful Reads
Giftedness is not Godliness by David Prince Some of the best sermons I’ve ever heard have been preached by men who were disqualified to even be in the pulpit. “Years ago, an older pastor warned me that giftedness is not godliness. It stuck with me. It is true but easily ignored when someone’s oratory skill…
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On Nominating Deacons
Our church has been in the process of nominating deacons, which is something we do every year. With that said, I put together some questions for our congregation to consider as they prayerfully think about whom the Lord would have them nominate to serve as deacons. The Qualifications for Deacons 1 Timothy 3:8-13: “8 Deacons likewise…
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Philip McDuffie 